dei6 dim2地點地点
Jyutpingdei6 dim2
Yaledeih dím
Definition
A place, location, or venue where an event occurs.
neutralplaces
How it's used
Refers specifically to a designated or chosen spot for an activity or event, rather than a general area or region. It often carries a slightly formal tone compared to the more common and versatile 地方. Use it when discussing logistics, event planning, or specific coordinates.
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go3個goExamples
Do you know where the meeting point is?
This location is very convenient, and it is easy for everyone to find.
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Common mistake
Avoid using it to describe a general place or a home; 地方 is much more natural for everyday references to where someone lives or where they have been.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
